Residential Expert Witnesses
Residential expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on residential. The residential expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Appraisal & Valuation, Architecture, Banking, Construction, Construction Defects, Energy, Insurance, Premises Liability, Property Management, Real Estate, Real Estate Appraiser, and Security.
Laura A. Cantrell, CPM
Real Estate Property Management, Leasing, Sales
Cantrell Real Estate Associates
Anchorage, Alaska
Real Estate, Property Management
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Property management issues related to management operations, leasing, Landlord/Tenant, screening activities, slip & falls, property inspection & maintenance, security & fiduciary duties, standards of care, Residential, Commercial, Associations
Laura Cantrell, Principal of Cantrell Real Estate Associates, LLC, is a Certified Property Manager (CPM®) with the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®) and has had over 35+ years of extensive involvement in the management, leasing, and sales of Residential, Commercial, and Association Management. Laura is a past Regional Vice President, and Student Advisory Committee member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®), and a University of Alaska Real Estate program advisory Board member since 2013. Cantrell Real Estate Associates LLC offers Expert Witness services since 2018. Laura is a Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Alaska and a member of the Community Association Institute (CAI), Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA), Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA), and National Apartment Association (NAA).
Through professionalism and dedication, Laura maintains several of the company's same clients for more than 35+ years. In recognition of outstand...
Bill Burch
San Marcos, California
Real Estate, Banking
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Mortgage Lending, Standard of Care, Compliance, TILA/RESPA Regulation, Disclosure, HAMP/Modification, Foreclosure, Underwriting, Residential, Loan Servicing, Real Estate/Mortgage Fraud, Financial Elder Abuse, CA DRE/NMLS Licensing
I have been in the mortgage industry for over 30 years, serving as a loan officer, branch manager, and area vice president. During this time, I have developed a strong base of knowledge and experience in many areas of the mortgage industry. On the origination end, this includes application, disclosure, processing, underwriting, appraisal, & funding. On the servicing end, this includes payment servicing, escrow accounts, modification, HAMP, and foreclosure.
I am able to study a case file quickly and thoroughly, and establish a defensible opinion. My writing skills yield a strong written report. And, my public speaking and discussion skills present well in deposition and trial.
Steven Edrington, CCIM, CPM, CFLC
Solving Real Estate Challenges
Edrington and Associates
Oakland, California
Real Estate, Premises Liability
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Property management, broker, agent, landlord/tenant, apartment, residential, commercial, HOA, wrongful eviction, habitability, standard of care, premises liability, slip/trip/fall, inspection, building codes, electrical codes, health and safety, maintenance, personal injury, rent control
Edrington and Associates are residential investment property specialists. We maximize value and solve complex real estate challenges for our clients, who are owners, developers, and buyers/sellers of rental housing. We are active practitioners in the field in addition to our expert witness work where we primarily serve landlord/tenant and insurance defense attorneys.
Steven Edrington is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), Certified Property Manager (CPM), Certified Forensic Litigation Consultant (CFLC), and an ICC Residential Building Inspector. Philip Barthman is an ICC Combination Inspector, electrician, and former Alameda County Building Inspector.
We are frequent presenters to the Bar Association of San Francisco, Alameda County Bar Association, Bridge Association of Realtors, San Francisco Apartment Association, and East Bay Rental Housing Association on topic including Issues of Habitability, Adding/Legalizing Units, and Oakland Rent and Eviction Controls.
Joe F Scerbo
Trusted - Specialty Construction Expert
Livermore, California
Construction Defects, Energy
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General Construction, Framing, Building Envelope, Waterproofing, Electrical, Commercial, Residential, HVAC, NFPA, Generators, Design, Solar, Fire, Gas, Hybrid Water Heaters, Contract Scope, Cost to Repair, Industrial Controls, Electrocutions
Joe Scerbo is a seasoned senior consultant and expert witness with over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, including 23 years as a licensed General, Electrical, and HVAC Contractor in California. His extensive background encompasses a wide range of expertise in Building Envelope, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) disciplines, providing a well-rounded foundation for his work.
Mr. Scerbo has dedicated his career to delivering precise, unbiased, and credible insights, including expert testimony in legal proceedings. As a trusted construction consultant and expert in construction defect litigation, he offers comprehensive services such as cost evaluations, coverage determination, project management, construction defect analysis, code and industry standards review, litigation support, and peer review. His experience spans various sectors, including single-family, multifamily, hospitality, and commercial construction, making him a valuable asset in resolving co...
Thomas Collier, Jr
Collier Consultants
Florida
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
Larry Lowenthal
Gainesville, Florida
Real Estate
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broker malpractice, Realtor code of ethics, broker negligence, failure to disclose, commission disputes, broker standard of care, broker license law, broker dishonesty, insurance defense, procuring cause, testifying expert, consulting expert, broker obligations, broker duties, commercial, residentia
Larry Lowenthal is a real estate expert witness and broker who has been retained for dozens of lawsuits over troubled or failed transactions, most of which name real estate brokers who are charged with malpractice, failure to disclose, negligence, dishonesty, deceptive conduct, violations of state license statutes and/or the Realtor Code of Ethics. Some cases stem from commission or procuring cause disputes.
Depending upon the facts and the law, Larry works for plaintiffs and defendants, and testifies at depositions and trials. (Note; he will only accept cases that he is comfortable with.)
Larry had twenty years of experience with his Board of Realtors in South Florida serving on the Grievance Committee -- where he examined and analyzed over 250 ethics complaints and arbitration requests -- and on the board's Professional Standards Committee, sitting on ethics and commission arbitration hearing panels, which act as judge and jury.
As an adjunct professor, he taught eveni...
Thomas Collier, Jr
Collier Consultants
Atlanta, Georgia
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
James V Hanna, II, AIA, NCARB
Hanna Design Alliance
DECATUR, Georgia
Construction Defects, Architecture
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Envelope, Construction, Commercial, Residential, Stucco, Water Intrusion, Roofing, Accessibility, Windows, Sound, Fire, Balcony, Waterproofing, Brick, Siding, Codes, ADA, Air Barrier, Wood, Zoning
Expert Profile:
Jim Hanna has more than 35 years as a practicing architect including interior architecture, corporate leadership, quality assurance, and quality control. Hanna has provided consultation, arbitration, mediation, and expert witness services.
Jim is an architect and the founder of Hanna Design Alliance, LLC. hannada.com and his career has spanned building types including multifamily apartment, condominium, resort, hotel, office, medical, and recreational design. With a focus on the technical aspects of architecture and the built environment, he has been responsible for waterproofing detailing, contractual agreements, and design management including specialty consultants.
Mr. Hanna is a member of the American Institute of Architecture, NCARB, International Code Council, and the National Fire Protection Association.
Bryan S. Reynolds, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
Real Estate Appraiser Expert Witness
Reynolds & Associates
Owensboro, Kentucky
Real Estate Appraiser, Appraisal & Valuation
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Industrial, Multi-Family, Nursing Facilities, Movie Theaters, Ad Valorem, Mall, Retail Centers, Automobile Dealerships, Storage Facilities, Airports, Restaurants, Professional Offices, Farms, Convenience Stores, Warehouses, Vacant Land, Rock Quarries, Hospitality, Residential, Divorce
Bryan S. Reynolds is the founder and owner of Reynolds & Associates. He has been in the industry for over 3 decades. He is a Certified General appraiser, the highest level of licensure enabling appraisals across diverse properties including residential and commercial. Beyond appraisal, Reynolds has served as an educator, imparting knowledge through qualifying and continuing education courses for years, and has been a part owner of an online education company, Appraiser eLearning, since its creation. His expertise extends to ethics and standards instruction as an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, a distinction held by fewer than 500 professionals globally. Reynolds' multifaceted skill set also encompasses tax representation and appeals, honed through extensive involvement in public speaking and leadership roles, notably as the immediate past President of the National Association of Appraisers. Renowned for professionalism and legal acumen, Reynolds offers mentoring, consulting, and lit...
Christopher R. Lanni, CPP, AMS, CMCA
Secure Residential Services LLC
Hudson, Massachusetts
Security, Real Estate
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Condominiums, Technology, Residential, Apartments, Assessments, Safety, Homeowner Associations, Premise Liability, Risk Management, Cooperatives, Policy/Procedure, Operations
Christopher R. Lanni is a seasoned security management and risk advisor with over 30 years of experience. During the past 20 years, he has focused on assessing and identifying security risks, developing and implementing security-related programs, and assessing the use and deployment of related technologies to address those risks in residential communities and property management.
Mr. Lanni is the President and Founder of Secure Residential Services, LLC, an independent consulting firm. He has been affiliated with Barkan Management for 20 years during which time he has served as the Director of Security and Resident Services at Harbor Towers in Boston and the Towers of Chestnut Hill in Newton, MA. Mr. Lanni is currently serving as Barkan’s internal Security & Risk Advisor providing services to a portfolio of over 150 properties and numerous projects under development.
Mr. Lanni obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University with a concen...
Paul L. Johnson
Experienced general contractor and expert witness
Gryphon Consulting
Flowood, Mississippi
Construction Defects, Construction
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Residential Construction, commercial, leaks, tenant fit-outs, kitchens, baths, remodels, construction related slip-fall & personal injury, historic buildings, restaurants, roofs, siding, critical path, luxury construction, high-end construction, wine cellars, cabinetry, Schluter Systems, tile, stone
Award-Winning construction professional. 45 years of hands-on experience. Founder/operator of two highly-successful construction firms. Experience includes all aspects of residential and high-end residential construction, new builds and remodeling, light commercial construction and tenant build-out - multiple new builds, over 60 whole home remodels, over 500 kitchen remodels, approximately 400 master bath remodels, numerous tenant fit out projects, restaurants, and a historic landmark complete renovation. Extensive consulting experience as an Owner's Representative. Patented inventor of a cabinet installation assembly. Author of the book Residential Building & Remodeling, On Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ7GMDJM.
I work to stay current on construction processes, materials, technique's, industry changes and codes through construction of investment properties.
Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to:
• Construction Defects
• Personal Injury resulting from Cons...
Robert S. Griswold, CRE, CPM, RPA, ACoM, CCIM, PCAM, CCAM, GRI, ARM, BS, MBA, MSBA
Real estate/property management standard of care
Griswold Real Estate Management, Inc.
Reno, Nevada
Real Estate, Premises Liability
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Property management, broker, agent, residential, apartment, commercial, retail, hospitality, HOA, slip/trip/fall, maintenance, inspection, water intrusion, mold, premises liability, personal injury, rent control, habitability, bed bugs, roaches
Robert Griswold specializes in:
* Currently active as a day-to-day hands-on practitioner, consultant and expert in all aspects of real estate (except valuation). Serves as a consultant or expert witness in standards of care, standards of practice, best practices, and custom and practice for real estate transactions, property management/ownership and fiduciary duty issues for all types of residential and commercial real estate – management, operations, maintenance, health & safety, habitability, mold, water intrusion, personal injury, trip & fall, premises liability, property inspection, broker or agent failure to disclose; misrepresentation; negligence/fraud & association board duties, & real estate receivership.
* Certified Property Manager (CPM(®), Counselor of Real Estate (CRE®), Accredited Commercial Manager (ACoM®), Real Property Administrator (RPA®)
* Accredited Residential Manager (ARM®), Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM®) Professional Community Association Man...
William N. Bernstein, AIA, NCARB, Leed@AP
Empire Projects, Inc. / Bernstein & Associates, Architects
New York, New York
Architecture, Construction
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ADA, Architect, Architectural Design, Architecture, Construction, Doctors’ Offices, Healthcare Architecture, Healthcare Design, Healthcare Construction, Hospital Architecture, Hospital Design, Hospital Construction, Hotels, Laboratories, Medical Offices, Offices, Premises Liability, Residential
Mr. Bernstein is a Yale-trained and registered architect, LEED accredited, with over 40 years of experience in the industry. He is the Founder/President of an architecture firm (Bernstein & Associates, Architects, www.bernarch.com, 1990-present) and a project management firm (Empire Projects, Inc., www.empireprojects.com, 2003-present). Mr. Bernstein offers multi-faceted expertise in the areas of architecture, design and construction. He is a member of the American Institute of Architect, Construction Specifications Institute, and Project Management Institute. He is the author of two books on architecture and has written or had written about him over (50) articles on architecture and construction. He has provided expert witness services on (26) cases which includes (3) new cases (as of May 2023). These cases have been located across the United States as well as internationally. Mr. Bernstein is an intelligent, articulate, and well-spoken professional. His professional experience as ...
Thomas Collier, Jr
Collier Consultants
North Carolina
Construction, Premises Liability
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Defects, personal injury, insurance, codes, commercial, residential, accidents, falls, asbestos, ADA, sewer, water, liability, damages, general contractor, fire, flood, contracts, subcontractors, engineer
Highly experienced construction and premises expert. Specializes in large commercial and multi-residential construction disputes and serious bodily injury claims. Has served on over 300 cases as an expert witness and dozens of cases as an arbitrator. 30+ years’ experience as a general contractor and owner/developer focusing on condominiums, roads, sewers, subdivisions, offices and other major construction. Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina.
Consultant (2008-Present): Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Cases include commercial defects and delays, serious personal injuries, multifamily, sewers, roads and drainage, retail, insurance, professional liability, and construction business practices. Approximately equal representation of plaintiffs and defendants.
General Contractor - President of Buckhead Classic (2006 – presen): Projects include defective construction repair, new construction, fire and flood...
Bryan S. Reynolds, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
Real Estate Appraiser Expert Witness
Reynolds & Associates
Tennessee
Real Estate Appraiser, Appraisal & Valuation
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Industrial, Multi-Family, Nursing Facilities, Movie Theaters, Ad Valorem, Mall, Retail Centers, Automobile Dealerships, Storage Facilities, Airports, Restaurants, Professional Offices, Farms, Convenience Stores, Warehouses, Vacant Land, Rock Quarries, Hospitality, Residential, Divorce
Bryan S. Reynolds is the founder and owner of Reynolds & Associates. He has been in the industry for over 3 decades. He is a Certified General appraiser, the highest level of licensure enabling appraisals across diverse properties including residential and commercial. Beyond appraisal, Reynolds has served as an educator, imparting knowledge through qualifying and continuing education courses for years, and has been a part owner of an online education company, Appraiser eLearning, since its creation. His expertise extends to ethics and standards instruction as an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, a distinction held by fewer than 500 professionals globally. Reynolds' multifaceted skill set also encompasses tax representation and appeals, honed through extensive involvement in public speaking and leadership roles, notably as the immediate past President of the National Association of Appraisers. Renowned for professionalism and legal acumen, Reynolds offers mentoring, consulting, and lit...
Scott T. Bennett, CPM
Real Estate and Property Liability
Expert Multi-Family Group
Keller, Texas
Property Management, Premises Liability
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property management, residential, mixed-use. Leasing, landlord/tenant, maintenance, life safety, mobile home parks, Risk and Safety, Multi-Family, renovations, premise liability, property operations, Crime, slip and fall, Apartments, Mold, Facilities, Standard of Care
Mr. Bennett is experienced in real estate management and an expert in property management, including standard of care, ordinary care, premises liability, and property operations. My expert opinions are based solely on my professional experience, academic training, research, and facts produced related to each case.
My extensive background includes development, operations, risk management, hazard evaluations, safety standards, and "best in class" real estate management. I have over 29 years of experience in multi-family, commercial, condo, and mixed-use management operations and acquisitions, having worked with some of the largest Management firms across the US. My background includes significant real estate development services, leasing, and Tenant law. He is a Certified Property Manager and real estate executive based in Texas. My expert witness/litigation support activities include working and testifying on behalf of both Plaintiff and Defendant, and I have significan...
Laura A. Cantrell, CPM
Real Estate Property Management, Leasing, Sales
Cantrell Real Estate Associates
Texas
Real Estate, Property Management
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Property management issues related to management operations, leasing, Landlord/Tenant, screening activities, slip & falls, property inspection & maintenance, security & fiduciary duties, standards of care, Residential, Commercial, Associations
Laura Cantrell, Principal of Cantrell Real Estate Associates, LLC, is a Certified Property Manager (CPM®) with the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®) and has had over 35+ years of extensive involvement in the management, leasing, and sales of Residential, Commercial, and Association Management. Laura is a past Regional Vice President, and Student Advisory Committee member of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM®), and a University of Alaska Real Estate program advisory Board member since 2013. Cantrell Real Estate Associates LLC offers Expert Witness services since 2018. Laura is a Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Alaska and a member of the Community Association Institute (CAI), Building Owners & Managers Association (BOMA), Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA), and National Apartment Association (NAA).
Through professionalism and dedication, Laura maintains several of the company's same clients for more than 35+ years. In recognition of outstand...
Michael J Ogden, CGC, HCI
All Disaster Claims, Inc
San Antlnio, Texas
Construction, Insurance
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Appraisal, Appraiser, Umpire, Property Loss Cost, Property Loss Causation, Estimator, Fire, Mitigation, Windstorm, Residential, Hail, Commercial, Tornado, Multifamily, Roofing, IICRC, Restoration, Mold, Remediation, General Contractor
An OSHA and Haag Certified, State of Texas and Florida Licensed Public Adjuster and State of Florida Certified General Contractor with more than 22 years of experience directly related to the renovation and consulting of losses from disaster afflicted homes and businesses.
Haag Certified Roof Inspector, IICRC and BESI Certified General Contractor, Appraiser, Umpire, Estimator, Renovator, Remediator and Expert Witness / Consultant.
State of Florida Certified (Licensed) General Contractor CGC1509420 BESI Certified Defective Drywall Remediator (CDDR)
BESI Certified Defective Drywall Consultant (CDDC)
NuAire Windows and Doors Certified Installer
Dryvit E.I.F.S. Certified Installer
IICRC Certified Water Restoration Technician (WRT) IICRC Certified Advanced Structural Drying (ASD) State of Texas Licensed Public Adjuster TDI#1840149 State of Florida Licensed Public Adjuster
Haag Certified Roof Inspector
OSHA 10 Certified
Jared L Booth, SIOR, CCIM, MBA
Credentialed Commercial Real Estate Expert Witness
Colliers
Salt Lake City, Utah
Real Estate, Real Estate Appraiser
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Real Estate Brokerage, Commercial, Development, Fiduciary Duties, Ethics, Valuation, 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange, Leasing, Acquisitions, Dispositions, Office, Industrial, Warehouse, Retail, Multifamily, Land, Investments, Residential, Due Diligence, Disclosure
Experienced Real Estate Broker:
30+ Years in Real Estate
23+ Years in Commercial Real Estate
Certifications:
Dual Specialist in Industrial & Office (SIOR)
Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
Awards:
Top Producing Active Transactional Commercial Broker (top 5%) in Nationally Ranked Office of Global/International Firm
Commercial Realtor of the Year, CCIM of the Year, Distinguished Service Award, Platinum & Hall of Fame Honors, Presidents & Circle of Distinction
Proficiency:
Office - Industrial/Distribution/Warehouse - Multifamily - Retail - Investments - Land - Residential/Residential Development - Leasing & Sales Transactions
Key Specializations:
-Tenant & Landlord Leasing Representation
-Sales, Purchase, Acquisition & Disposition Services
-Ethical Practices & Fiduciary Duties
-Valuations, Broker Price Opinion & Broker Opinion of Value
-Due Diligence, Disclosures
-Property Marketing & Advertising
-Investment Analysis
-Negotiations, Advisory, Corporate & Consulting S...
David Princeton, CPCU, AMIM, AIC, JD
Muskego, Wisconsin
Insurance
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Good Faith, Bad Faith, Practices, Claim, Adjuster, Commercial, Insurance, Residential, ISO, Construction, defect, broker, agent, coverage, HO3, damage, property, settlement, unfair, casualty
David Princeton is a distinguished insurance professional with a career spanning several facets of the industry. His 20-year career includes pivotal roles at National Insurance Carriers, A Top 50 Broker, and in Private Equity. Currently the Principal Consultant of Advocate Risk Network Inc., David provides professional guidance to corporations and prominent individuals in both the risk management and claims disciplines. Additionally, David consults with insurance companies, provides expert witness testimony, is an author, a speaker, and holds multiple insurance designations and licenses.
CPCU - Charter Property Casualty Underwriter
AMIM- Associates in Marine Insurance Management
AIC - Associates in Claims
CSRP - Certified Subrogation Recovery Professional
Obtained his Juris Doctorate in January 2024
